Machine Operator / Pellet Charger - Federal Ammunition

Federal Reserve Board•Anoka, MN

1d•$25 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Kinetic Group, a world leader in small caliber ammunition manufacturing under iconic brands like Federal Premium, is seeking a Machine Operator / Pellet Charger for its Anoka, Minnesota facility. This role is crucial for maintaining production schedules while upholding quality and safety standards. The position reports to the Factory Operations Supervisor and offers potential openings on full-time shifts, including a night shift (6pm-6am, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and every other Thursday). The company is part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
18 years of age or older
1+ years of on-the-job experience, with manufacturing experience preferred
Manual dexterity to handle very small items
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to take direction from others
U.S. citizen or national; U.S. lawful, permanent resident (a/k/a green card holder); Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157; or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Must not fall into the categories prohibited by the Gun Control Act, including but not limited to: convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year; fugitive from justice; unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance; adjudicated as a mental defective or committed to any mental institution; illegal alien; discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions; renounced United States Citizenship; subject to a court order restraining the person from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or child; or convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical experience, demonstrated mechanical ability or strong desire to learn mechanical operations through on-the-job training or other technical training

Responsibilities

Maintain a productivity level that is in continuous support of the departmental production schedule while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Put primer mix in primer cups or Rimfire shells accurately and timely to meet production schedules.
Monitor the quality of the operation's output; make adjustments to keep the operation within specification, but only to the extent that it can be accomplished effectively and efficiently without the assistance of the Adjuster or Maintenance Mechanic.
Select proper powder type according to posted schedules.
Fill holes of charging plate both accurately and timely to form primer pellets.
Transfer charge pellets from charge plate to primer cups or Rimfire shells.
Inspect cups and shells before and after charging, removing defective cups and shells and those not containing pellets.
Maintain the charge table and work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
Observe all applicable safety rules and report unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards to supervisor.
Conducts training of employees that have a variety of skill levels.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Monitor the quality of the operation's output on an ongoing basis; make adjustments to keep the operation within specification, but only to the extent that it can be accomplished effectively and efficiently without the assistance of the Adjuster or Maintenance Mechanic.
Seek assistance from the Adjuster or Maintenance Mechanics when attempting more advanced adjustments, but continue to work with them as a part of on-the-job training to enhance mechanical skills.
Maintain a productivity level that will ensure on-time delivery of product to customer (inside or outside the company).
Actively participate in the Natural Work Team process in department.
Monitor work area to ensure that all safety precautions are being taken: make sure area is kept neat and orderly; follow all established safety rules and procedures; and report all safety hazards/issues or potential safety problems to supervisor immediately.
Adjust or operate machines if trained to do so.